The first hours matter. Residents in Dyer often report that the hardest part isn’t understanding the law—it’s figuring out what to document when you’re exhausted.
Do this early:
- Get medical attention even if injuries seem minor. Indiana insurance disputes often turn on whether treatment followed the crash.
- Request the crash report and take photos at the scene if you’re able (vehicle position, traffic signals, lane markings, and visible damage).
- Save ride proof: screenshots of the trip, driver info, pickup/drop-off locations, and timestamps.
- Write down what you remember while it’s fresh—how the vehicle moved, where you were seated, and what you felt immediately vs. later.
Avoid this early:
- Giving a recorded or detailed statement without legal review.
- Guessing about fault (“I think the other car…”), even if you’re trying to be helpful.
- Relying on quick settlement offers before you know the full effect of your injuries.


